2018 Toyota Prius Prime Release Date

Following the release of your most present generation Prius, Toyota released the much-anticipated plug-in variant referred to as the Prius Prime for 2017. Because the auto will barely be a 12 months outdated, we count on the model to carry on unchanged for your 2018 Toyota Prius Prime.

2018 Toyota Prius Prime ExteriorLike a carryover, we anticipate no modifications to the appearance with the Prius Prime around the within or outside. Apart from the apparent powertrain variations, the Prime also sets itself apart from its Prius sibling by using a distinct seem that incorporates quad-LED headlights, futuristic LED taillights, curved rear glass and a carbon-fiber hatch.

2018 Toyota Prius Prime EngineUnderneath the hood, the current Prime is powered by a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine and an electrical motor. Mixed, these units place out 121 horsepower. That is not substantially, but the Prime excels at efficiency with its 133 MPGe estimate in EV mode, and that is excellent for up to 25 miles, and as much as 54 mpg combined in hybrid mode.However the Prius Prime doesn’t have an IIHS rating of its pretty extremely own, it shares all its safety attributes and platform making use of the prevalent Prius, that is definitely an IIHS Leading Protection Pick+ vehicle. This designation is courtesy of its challenging building and its conventional car emergency braking.
2018 Toyota Prius Prime Pricing & ReleaseDate

The newest 2018 Toyota Prius Prime comes at a sizable premium relative to the conventional Prius, as it ranges from $27,965 to $33,965 (destination fees included) before incentives. In contrast, the regular Prius starts at $25,550 and ranges up to $30,880.

The 2017 Prime is eligible for a number of incentives for being a plug-in.. Buyers in California can also enjoy benefits like unrestricted single-occupant use from the carpool lane, which remains a key selling point for many shoppers.

Playing in the same price range with the Prime are existing players like the Chevy Volt ($34,095 to $38,445), the Ford C-Max Energy (From $32,645), and the Ford Fusion Energy ($31,995 to $39,995).

An official release date has not yet been announced to the 2018 Toyota Prius Prime. Stay tuned for updates.